Incorrect Shifts in Pronoun Persons

The video tutorial explains pronouns, their classifications by number and person, and the common grammatical error of pronoun person shifts. It provides examples of shifts and how to correct them, emphasizing the importance of pronoun-antecedent agreement. The tutorial includes practice exercises to reinforce learning.

What is the primary function of pronouns in a sentence?

• To connect clauses

• To describe a noun

• To replace a noun

• To modify a verb

Which of the following is a first person pronoun?

• You

• They

• She

• We

What is a pronoun person shift?

• A change in the tense of pronouns

• A change in the number of pronouns

• A change in the gender of pronouns

• A change in the person of pronouns within a sentence

In the sentence 'When my dad was young, you had to walk to school,' what is the error?

• The pronoun 'school' should be 'college'

• The pronoun 'dad' should be 'father'

• The pronoun 'my' should be 'our'

• The pronoun 'you' should be 'he'

How can you correct the sentence 'I like to go shopping early, then you can avoid the crowds'?

• Change 'you' to 'I'

• Change 'I' to 'we'

• Change 'crowds' to 'people'

• Change 'early' to 'late'

In the sentence 'If people work hard, you can accomplish many things,' what is the correct pronoun to use?

• He

• We

• She

• They

Why is it important for pronouns and antecedents to agree in person?

• To use more pronouns

• To ensure clarity and avoid confusion

• To make sentences longer

• To change the meaning of the sentence